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So we met for lunch in Hawaii Kai at the Kona Brewing company. There we chatted. He is an experience and successful business owner and fan of the Ohio State buckeyes so we had a lot to talk about. I was seeking advise on business and input for moving forward. 1st We talked about my 4 Buckeyes comic strip and side project, told him about a few obstacles in finishing the book. He encouraged me to do a pre-order sale of my 4 Buckeyes Book “The Story of OHIO” reassuring me that its better to try and fail than having not tried at all. Well I plan on doing just that and i will alert you to it when i do. 2rd we discussed the show you are listening to now. Hawaii Posts. He made some suggestions about how to target my audience better and gave a few suggestions that would switch up a few things on the show. For instance he suggested that i focus on the events and put the weather and surf at the tail end. Shoots I guess i will give it a try. Now Carl is headed into open heart surgery this week and i ask that we keep Carl in our thoughts and prays as he recovers. Good Luck Carl…God Bless you with a successful surgery and speedy recovery. Life is not a Rehearsal. That’s on the Marque outside a theater pictured on The Verve’s Single by the same name. Life is not a Rehearsal. for real. I remind my son of that all the time to embrace life, prepare for tomorrow but live for today. Tell the people you love that you love them. The Friday after lunch with carl i got a text from my friend David, i went to preschool - college with him and swam on the same team for years with his brother Frank and Doug. Well Davids father passed away. He was a accomplished obstetrician. Think of how many people he helped to bring into this world. He was always pool side at swim meets. Sunday I got another text message from another friend Kenny. He informed me that his father had font be with the lord. His father was a Good kind hearted man who was active as a coach on soccer teams or an adult leader in the scouts. I Let Kenny know as i did with David that i was there for them if they wanted to call and talk. Being in Hawaii and them 3000 miles from here on the mainland i knew i couldn’t be there for either of them in there time of need. Monday Morning I am driving a client to the airport when my friend Todd here on the islands sent a text that simply said “Steve Passed Away Man” I dropped off and replied No … Aw man Todd replied “yeah for real like wtf” Steve Kanemori passed away. 47 years old. It was hard for me to process. Steve is a local braddah who was larger than life, a friend, a business partner, God father to my Children and Uncle to many many kids. I moved out here to by encouragement by a good friend, Josh who moved here after leaving Ohio State. He said to me on the phone, “if you wanna surf and make surf films this is the place to be.” referring to Hawaii. When i moved out here I had $400 cash a near maxed credit card, my bike camera equipment and a duffle bag. Thinking was going to market my brand “Trippin Everywear” by shooting movies with surfer skaters and mountain bikers wearing my brand. Big Dreams small budget, I was broke in a week. I quickly got a videographer job at the wedding emporium where i met Steve and Todd. That was 21 years ago. During that time i lived in Kuliouou Valley with Josh and friends and coincidently that was the valley Steve grew up in so we hung out there and also in kaimuki as i eventually moved closer to work. But then I moved to the North Shore making surf films, Steve stayed in Waikiki and killed it in the wedding video business. He was the best. A mast shot, good with customers and totally dedicated to providing the best possible wedding video. He would shoot 2 maybe 4 in a day and edit most before the next day. In 2004 i moved to Waikiki and set up an office with Steve. He did weddings and Corporate video and i plugged away at sports and adventure videos. When Steve Jobs introduced the Video iPod in 2005 and asked for Video Podcasters. Steve and I came up with the name Hawaii Surf Session Report. He believed in all of my hare-brained ideas and knew how to rib me about my over zealous ambition.After about 7 years together making videos separately and together we eventually closed offices. We stayed in touch and started meeting at the salt flats in Maunalua bay, its a parking lot for boats and trailers and cars and whatnot. We called it the docks…. there really were no docks…. but there is a boat ramp. Anyhow. Almost 3 nights a week for the last 10 years we would meet at the docks with Todd, Trevor, Jay, Brian, Shawn M, Shawn P and family and friends and old friends and we welcomed new friends as they traveled through the islands. W drank beer talk story laugh, rant, encourage, play clash and the kids like Jimmy and Crimson would run around chasing crabs on the beach, light saber wars or gamed the night away under the stars. Steve was alway there. At the dock or even at times of need Steve was there for you. He would be a good uncle to Crim and Jim and talk to them about acting up at home or school and say “boy you better get good grades “ Eventually my youngest Tommy, got to go to the docks. He would give uncle Steve a high five and a big hug when we left . He thought coming out to the docks and seeing tod and uncle Steve was really special. Jimmy Really loved uncle Steve. First fist bump and local handshake always went to uncle Steve. Jimmy would sit in his lap and as he got bigger uncle Steve would joke that he’s gonna have to settle for the fist bump. But Jimmy always gave him a big hug before we parted ways. As we would drive down the Kalani Steve and Jimmy would exchange shakers through the car windows. It was a big thing. He was a big friend and meant so much to so many people. And now he is gone. That fast. here one day gone the next. The last night i saw him we talked about this podcast and my book and the chauffeur job. He was going to be working with me as a chauffeur. we were stoked to be working together again. Even though he still encouraged me to pursue my creative interest. I excitedly told him about an email i got from a website that does travel reviews and they listened to the show and contacted me offering content. I told him i started clearing out my storage unit and found all of my cd from the Surf Session report days, explaining i have rights to all of that music and now i can play that music on the Hawaii Posts. Started dreaming of bringing back Surf Session report for version 2020. Even remarked on how much i wish we could get an office space together…. like the old days. He said “ I never really saw you happier than when you were in the office after coming back from shooting surf and still had to edit but your were happy and stoked you were following your dream and it was working, you gotta believe in yourself. You gotta focus on one thing. You can do it.” I remember saying “ Shoots brother Steve you always believe in me” The night of his passing all of his friends gathered at the docks to celebrate his life. As tradition in Hawaii memorials are made with all sorts of flowers and candles. So we lit some candles opened a beer for Steve. The kids made a R.I.P Steve K with white coral on the sand lot. Todd changed it to R.I.L. as in rest in love, 11 days later the memorial still stand at the docks. His mother will spread his ashes there and We plan on placing a plaque and a coconut tree in honor of braddah Steve. Years ago i made a 3 part series called Fieldtripp Hawaii and Steve was my partner and camera guy. In the episode you will catch a glimpse of Steve. Its a fun episode about the Shaka….. so hang loose braddah Fieldtripp Hawaii https://youtu.be/TcC6YKxr2y0 Bradded Noland- "Big Ships" https://youtu.be/Ge-BXhOYFPA HiP EVENTS SHOW 021 s2e7 june 7 - 13 Events Calendar brought to you by Tiki’s Grill & Bar 2570 Kalakaua Ave, Waikiki, Hawaii www.tiki'sgrill.com Tiki's Grill & Bar is Waikiki's locally owned and operated independent restaurant destination. We provide a casual American and Pacific-Rim menu with flavors of the islands, using fresh local produce. We also offer lanai seating with beautiful sunset views of the famous Waikiki Beach. HAPPY HOURS EVERY DAY 2pm - 5pm Pan-Pacific Festival (40th Annual) OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2019 - SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2019, 10:00AM - 10:00PM The 40th annual Pan-Pacific Festival, a celebration of cultural traditions of Hawaii, the Pacific Rim and around the world, will run from June 7 - 9 at various locations throughout Honolulu. The three-day festival kicks off with a Hoolaulea (block party) complete with live entertainment on multiple stages, food, crafts and more. The celebration continues with Performing Arts Showcases, featuring cultural performances and demonstrations. The 19th Annual Pan-Pacific Hula Festival will take place daily on Waikīki Beach featuring more than a dozen hula halau (schools), most of them from Japan. The Punahele Party on Saturday night will feature a live band with hālau. The festival concludes with a colorful parade along Kalakaua Avenue in Waikīki. EVENT DATE: June 7 – 9, 2019 START TIME: 10 a.m. END TIME: 10 p.m. More Information https://www.pan-pacific-festival.com https://youtu.be/Qqi0M6eNXvQ King Kamehameha Celebration - Lei Draping credit AhiShoyuPoke : https://youtu.be/BaWeVM5W4Yc OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2019, 2:30PM - 6:00PM Second Saturday Make and Take at the Hawaii State Art Museum OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2019 - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2019, 11:00AM - 3:00PM Free make-and-take activities for all ages on the second Saturday of each month. Drop in between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of the month, First Friday Arts & Culture Block Party OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2019, 5:00PM - 9:00PM Come join us for the most exciting event to hit downtown Honolulu on the first Friday of every month! Chinatown is the place to be if you want to join the hip crowds at the many unique galleries, boutiques, cafes and restaurants that feature exciting art exhibits and free entertainment. Bishop Museum Presents Travelling Bricks: An Exhibition Made of LEGO® Bricks OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2019 - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2019, 9:00AM - 5:00PM Bishop Museum's newest traveling family exhibition invites visitors on an educational and entertaining journey of the history of land, sea, air and space travel with displays made of nearly one million LEGO® bricks. "Travelling Bricks: An Exhibition Made of LEGO® Bricks" will be on exhibit Keller Williams song: Best Feeling https://youtu.be/jxgILp4ec2o OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2019, 6:30PM - 10:15PM Keller Williams will be performing at Blue Note Hawaii with 2 shows nightly at 6:30pm & 9:00pm. Keller built his reputation initially on his engaging live performances, no two of which are ever alike. For most of his career he has performed solo. His stage shows are rooted around Keller singing his compositions and choice cover songs, while accompanying himself on acoustic guitar. Doors open at 5:00pm and 8:30pm respectively. Seating first come first served, no reserved seating. $10 minimum food or beverage purchase required per guest, not included in ticket price. Keller Williams “Kidney in a Cooler” https://youtu.be/rDH-RfinMjg Great Gatsby Gala 2019 OCCURS ON: THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2019, 5:00PM - 9:00PM The National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii's Great Gatsby Gala is an annual celebration that brings together our vast ecosystem of visionary partners who are passionate about improving Hawaii's healthy living and lifestyle. We strive to establish healthy and easy lifestyle changes for those who have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease in addition to creating awareness and educational programs directed towards all ages. The 30th Anniversary Great Gatsby Gala will provide an intimate opportunity for invited guests to: 1.Celebrate accomplishments in kidney disease and prevention 2. Learn more about how your investments will spark the big shifts needed to truly transform kidney disease awareness and prevention Kauai Kauai Comic Convention OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019, 11:00AM - 8:00PM Kauai's FIRST EVER Comic Convention! Calling all fans of Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, Star Trek, Harry Potter, Doctor Who, comic books, movies, TV, music, art, cosplay, video games, D&D, anime, toys, martial arts, cartoons, Tokusatsu and more! Celebrate pop culture at the beautiful Kauai Marriott Resort in Lihue. Special guests include Ban Daisuke (Jiro/Kikaida), Carl Potts (Comic Creator Marvel/DC), Doug and Sandy McMaster SONG: Hawaii Aloha https://youtu.be/X2QdUsZIWRM Slack key is a family tradition. Doug & Sandy McMaster are prolific composers and storytellers. While living on Molokai, Doug became known as the 'slack key guy' after receiving the seal of approval from local slack key master Kelii Mawae. Moving home to Kauai from Molokai in 1999, they began giving regular concerts with special emphasis on sharing the history of the beautiful and rare Hawaiian tradition. These concerts are held in the Hanalei Family Community Center against the backdrop of magnificent mountains, taro fields, traditional hula halau, and amazing rainbows. Visit the live dates section From http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/liveshows.html KAPAA CONCERTS - WEEKLY WEDNESDAYS at 6 p.m. Location: All Saints' Church 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, Kauai (Between Texaco and Shell gas stations.) Proceeds support the Pipe Organ Rebuilding Project and this program. HANALEI CONCERTS - WEEKLY FRIDAYS at 4 p.m. and SUNDAYS at 3 p.m. Location: Hanalei Community Center Malolo Rd., Hanalei, Kauai Directions and downloadable map in right column under the sign. Proceeds support the Hale Halawai 'Ohana 'o Hanalei and this program. PRINCEVILLE CONCERTS - WEEKLY TUESDAYS 6 p.m. Location: Princeville Community Center 4334 Emmalani Drive, Princeville, Kauai Proceeds support the Princeville at Hanalei Community Association and this program. #1 BEST LIVE SHOW - 2019 Hawaii Magazine Readers' Choice. 2018 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Audience Comments "Awesome music & talent!" - Kathy "Soothing to the soul and spirit." - David & Dianne "To really feel Hawaii, you must hear slack key. It embodies Aloha!" - Bill "Great intimate setting... like being in the artists living room with friends." - Sally "Touched my heart and filled me with Aloha." - John MOLOKAI Molokai's Farmer's Market OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2019 - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2019, 7:00AM - 12:00PM Stop by Molokai's Farmer's Market every Saturday from 7 am - 12 pm (noon). It is located in Kaunakakai town at the intersection of Hwy 460 and Hwy 450. You may find fresh fruit and veggies, Made in Hawaii hand crafted jewelry and crafts, clothing, baked goods, and more. Molokai Hula Bliss & Huakai 2019 OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2019, 9:00AM - 3:00PM Kumu Paa Lawrence Aki Presents - 5TH ANNUAL MOLOKAI HULA BLISS & HUAKAI (JOURNEY) 2019 We invite you to embrace the true aloha spirit of Molokai, of the people and the island itself. Aloha means unconditional love, which is shared in the hula (Hawaiian Dance) , the moolelo (stories) and the oli (chants). MAUI Maui Film Festival OCCURS BETWEEN: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 2019 - SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 2019, 5:00PM - 12:00AM https://youtu.be/JsENwqcQixY The Maui Film Festival is back for it's 19th annual movie extravaganza.On June 12 and through the 16, it's time once again to celebrate films and filmmakers from around the globe who inspire us, take us on an exploration of the human mind through the art of cinema, and bring culture, fantasy, and adventure to Wailea and it's world-class resorts. Enjoy a variety of films under the starry Hawaiian skies at the Celestial Cinema as well as the Maui Arts and Cultural Center HAWAII (BIG ISLE_) Na Palapalai song “Pili Kapakepeke” https://youtu.be/4pPgvK1fdYQ OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019, 7:00PM - 9:45PM Multi-award-winning supergroup Na Palapalai, with band members Kuana Torres Kahele, Kapulanakehau Tamure, and Keao Costa, will reunite for a special concert. Na Palapalai was formed in 1995 by original members Kuana Torres Kahele and Kapulanakehau Tamure in their hometown of Hilo, Hawaii. King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade and Hoolaulea OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019, 9:00AM - 4:00PM credit AhiShoyuPoke : https://youtu.be/BaWeVM5W4Yc The King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade and Hoolaulea (Festival) invites you to attend this event on Saturday, June 8th. The Native Hawaiian community celebrates its pau history, its legends, its music, its hula, and its traditional crafts. It is a day of honoring Hawaii's first King Alii Dr. in Kailua Kona Interlude song Keller Williams song: Best Feeling https://youtu.be/jxgILp4ec2o Weather ref: www.timeanddate.com and my window 6/7/19 - 6/14/19 WEATHER Coors Light “The world’s most refreshing beer.” visit millercoors.com My source is Timeanddate.com This week Mostly sunny through out the upcoming week. with less than a 20% chance of day time showers along the coast line. However in the mountains the humidity will help to develop some big fluffy clouds and occasional showers in the mountains and valley. But through the week the humidity will decrease and we may see so really sunny day Next Thurs & friday Highs Will be steady around 85 Lows average 73 degrees Winds ENE 10-15mphh Precipitation No chance of rainy days in the forecast Sun The sun rises this week will be around 5:48a and sunsets at 7:12p averaging 13hours and 24 minutes of sunlight Hawaii Posts Night Sky Blue Moon “Reach for the Moon” visit millercoors.com Moon The moon is waxing, currently at 26% illumination and will grow to about 96% by next friday night the 14th the full moon will be sunday june 16, its called the BUCK MOON and a partial lunar eclipse but that’s a story for the next show Planets 3 planet perfectly visible this week MARS JUPITER AND SATURN with Mars already high in the western sky after sunset with mars setting early at 915 Jupiter rising at 720p just after sunset around followed by saturn rising around 925 Constellations Eastern Sky: Cancer & Leo Southern Sky : Southern cross with centaurus virgo above to swing SW you see libra scorpious Western Sky: Hercules Northern Sky : Draco, Ursa Minor and Major which includes the star Dubhe Now the night of Steve’s passing the braddahs gathered at the mauanalua bay salt flats or as we fondly refer to them as the dock. It was where we gathered to talk storied and watch the kids chase crabs on the beach, it was also there I referred to Weeks before, where we watched meteor shower. Anyhow that night we gathered in honor of Steve the kids made a R.I.P. Rest in Peace Steve K with coral rock on the lot floor. When done Jimmy and Crimson asked if uncle steve could see it and i said Heck Yeah! he’s right up there. Pointing at the stars they picked the Dubhe star for Uncle Steve Kanemori, Dubhe is a blue-to-white star on the back of the great bear. Its the most prominent star that is at the end of the big dipper’s cup We raise our cups to you Steve, we know you are one of God’s Angles. Hawiian Style Band “Rhythm of the Ocean” https://youtu.be/9NOpCLY_Ktg That wraps up our HiP 7 day weather forceast Surf report for this week SURF Brought to you by Kona Brewing Company Founded in 1994 and has continued to brew great beer ever since. “Brewing Liquid Aloha” like Longboard Island Lager, Big Wave Ale, Hanalei Island IPA, Gold Cliff IPA and many more including my favorite the Wailua Wheat “a golden, sun-colored ale with a bright, citrusy flavor that comes from the tropical passion fruit we brew into each batch.” Check out all the varieties of brews at konabrewingco.com North North facing shores are flat to a foot, however starting sunday we should see a 1-2 with occasional 3 footers South currently 1-2 but may rise to 2-3 sunday and holding through the week East 1-3 on the east side with onshore breezes picking up through the day all week West 1-2 w/ occasional 3 foot bumps then dropping to shin slappers at a foot holding all week CLOSER Let’s see, some quick house keeping notes I received 2 emails. From a listener Pete Stanko Tommy, Sending you a note to tell you how much I enjoy your show. I love Hawaii, and you definitely bring the spirit of the islands. Hope there are many more episodes to come. Aloha from Green Bay, Pete Stanko From a Potential Contributor Jacky an Editor at Your RV Lifestyle. She wants to offer her article for use on this show and we will debut it next week. Please remember to support the sponsors who support this show go to Hawaiiposts.com and click show HiP021 s2e7 for show notes Most songs featured in the show have links and opportunities to buy download stream or check out the youtube music vid At the top of the show notes are ways you can support the show by donating cash through PayPal. I have virtual wallets for Bit Coin Ethereum Dash Lite and Dogecoin. Also links to Izumio Hydrogenized water. #1 selling Hydrogenized water in the world. its the fountain of lourdes in a bottle. Click the link to purchase a case or consider auto ship or even becoming a member affiliate and not only realize the health benefits but the financial incentives as well. For more information check the show notes to show #21 on HawaiiPosts.com Remember to Support our troops, when you see our armed serviced members give ‘em a thumbs up and or say thank you for your service to our great country Also when you see first responders like fire, ems, e.r. and cops, thank ‘em for their service to your community If you are planning an outing dependent on the weather check the current conditions at Timeanddate.com Don’t go in the water alone, Bring a buddy or a friend Know your limits and the forecast current conditions Watch and Listen to the rhythm of the ocean ….When in doubt don’t go out. When you take a hike Bring a phone water & a snack Don’t risk your life for a selfie Paths can be narrow and wet Keep your eyes and feet on the trail because the mountains cliffs are steep …. and its a long way down Have a good time in the islands be safe and tell all of your friends about the only podcast that updates you on all the events weather and surf for all the Hawaiian islands, its Hawaii posts. @Hawaiiposts.com I’m your host Tomestokes thanking you for listing to the show there are more to come. so stay tuned and stay stoked!! Aloha Aw-right tom